The job market is improving for older workers, but many still deal with the concern that they may appear overqualified to a prospective employer.
Mount a defensive against this assumption by putting yourself in the employer’s shoes.
Author: CareerOneStop
Over 50 and overqualified?
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Career and Technical Education
If we told you that high school students can earn high school credits while taking skill training that prepares them for high-wage, high-demand careers, would you say that sounds too good to be true?
Veterans only! Job fairs for vets
Veterans in the job market have an exclusive opportunity to meet employers, receive job leads, and practice their networking skills: veterans job fairs are open only to veterans, transitioning service members, and military spouses.
Need training that leads to a job? Try workforce education.
Curious about what it would take to learn marketable skills that could earn you an in-demand new job?
Graduates of workforce education programs are ready for employment as soon as they finish, generally in careers that pay a family wage.
Build an inclusive work culture
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If you work for one of the many employers that want to create a more inclusive workplace, but lack the knowledge or creativity to come up with ideas, take advantage of some recommendations from the experts.
Communication skills check-up
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Whether employers are hiring someone to make sandwiches, sell shoes, run science experiments, or repair plumbing—communication skills are always on the “must-have” list.
But, what exactly do employers mean by “communication skills”, and how can you tell if you have them?
Good work for Labor Day
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Aviation week: careers in the air and on the ground
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If you wonder about a career in aviation, but have no experience yet, you can find encouragement in the story of one of the founders of aviation, and in some detailed information about your aviation career options.
Want a career that keeps you active?
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How many times have you heard someone say “I could NEVER sit behind a desk all day”? If that describes your outlook, there are plenty of career alternatives for you to investigate.
The variety of active careers is broad.
From fairy tales to resume guides: Find them at the library
From job search books to free computer access – there’s no time like the present to explore your local public library resources.
Visit your nearest library during National Library Week, April 9-15, 2017.